Early America, U.S. History

What do Articles 1-3 establish?

• The legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government

• The Bill of Rights

• The process of amending the Constitution

• The powers of the state governments

Answer explanation

Articles 1-3 of the Constitution establish the framework for the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government, outlining their powers and responsibilities.

Identify two powers reserved for Congress.

• Declare war and coin money

• Conduct foreign affairs and regulate commerce

• Appoint judges and grant pardons

• Enforce laws and interpret laws

Answer explanation

The powers to declare war and coin money are specifically reserved for Congress as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. These powers are essential for national defense and economic stability.

Why do you think the authors of the Constitution separated the country’s powers into three branches of government?

• To ensure a concentration of power in one branch

• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To simplify the government structure

• To increase the speed of decision-making

Answer explanation

The authors of the Constitution separated powers to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful, ensuring a system of checks and balances that protects against tyranny and promotes fair governance.

Which government principle is illustrated in this diagram?

• Federalism

• Popular Sovereignty

• Republicanism

• Separation of Powers

Answer explanation

The diagram illustrates the Separation of Powers, which divides government responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power, ensuring a system of checks and balances.

In which document can the excerpt be found?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

Answer explanation

The excerpt can be found in The Constitution, which outlines the framework of the U.S. government and includes key principles that are not present in The Declaration of Independence, The Bill of Rights, or The Federalist Papers.

What do Articles 1-3 establish?

• The creation of a national bank.

• The establishment of the Legislative, Executive, and Judiciary branches of government.

• The establishment of state governments.

• The definition of individual rights.

Answer explanation

Articles 1-3 of the Constitution establish the three branches of government: Legislative (Congress), Executive (President), and Judiciary (Supreme Court), ensuring a separation of powers.

Identify two powers reserved for Congress.

• appoint justices to the Supreme court, commander in Chief of the armed forces

• 1. Lay and collect taxes, 2. Regulate commerce

Answer explanation

The correct answers, 'Lay and collect taxes' and 'Regulate commerce', are powers explicitly granted to Congress by the Constitution. The other options, such as appointing justices and being commander in chief, are not reserved for Congress.

Why do you think the authors of the Constitution separated the country’s powers into three branches of government?

• To ensure that all power is held by the states.

• To allow the President to have absolute power.

• To simplify the government structure for efficiency.

• To prevent the concentration of power and ensure checks and balances.

Answer explanation

The authors of the Constitution separated powers into three branches to prevent the concentration of power and ensure checks and balances, promoting a fair and accountable government.

Which characteristics best describe the constitutional amendment?

Groups:

(a) 1st Amendment

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(b) 4th Amendment

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(c) 5th Amendment

• Americans can gather peacefully in opposition to new laws

• The government is required to obtain a warrant before searching a person’s home

• Americans have the freedom to choose their own religion or to have none at all

• government must adhere to due process before infringing upon an individual’s rights

What are three unalienable rights identified in the Declaration of Independence?

• Health, Friendship, and Knowledge

• Wealth, Power, and Fame

• Education, Security, and Justice

• Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness

Answer explanation

The Declaration of Independence identifies three unalienable rights: Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. These rights are fundamental to the American ethos and emphasize individual freedom and well-being.